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Gear to Buy When Purchasing a Plane

Plane and Pilot

Buying an airplane for the first time is an exciting milestone for any pilot. From building time for pilot jobs to flying for fun, aircraft ownership can be a great lifestyle fit for pilots of all experience levels. Pilot gear Headsets Every pilot needs a good headset.

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Knowing When to Call the NTSB

Flying Magazine

The private pilot candidate landed long. Mostly it was done to show the learner that part of being a pilot was being responsible. The pilot of a freshly restored Stearman learned about this the hard way when he had a wingtip strike during a ground loop. The deputy was not a pilot and told us that he had been called by the FAA.

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Preparing for Helicopter Practical Test Scenarios

Learn to Fly

On your road to becoming a certified pilot you’ll reach several milestones. Taking classes with an instructor and spending time in the pilot’s seat make up just part of the path. Here’s an example from the Helicopter Pilot Oral Exam Guide by Ryan Dale. Today, you arrive at the hangar and begin your preflight preparation.